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Education with Integrity

Who we are

VetHed was developed in 2023 to make careers and training in equine hydrotherapy accessible to those already in the industry, and to those looking to move in to the industry. 

We work with awarding organisations to create and developregulated qualifications and CPD to safeguard the welfare of horses, enhance handler ability and encourage success in both practice and in business. 

The founder, Grace Nattrass is a veterinary physiotherapist, Chair of IRVAP, on the Institute of Equine Hydrotherapists Board and a University lecturer in animal health and rehabilitation with a FHEA and PGCert. 

Please take a look at our portfolio of courses and apply for your place today.
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Courses

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Our students love our
approach to learning

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"The course has a great layout and a really helpful induction video. The enrolment process was also incredibly straightforward!"
Rehab THerapist
"Great communication throughout and interesting material pitched at an appropriate level."
Assistant racehorse trainer
"I am so impressed with the learning platform, the resources are fantastic and the course will do so much for the industry!"
Equine Physiotherapist
"I feel it's important to protect my career from the start. By qualifying with VetHed, vets are more likely to refer to me and I can give my clients a better service."
Veterinary nurse
"I can't wait to take the next step in my career. To be one of the first qualified equine hydrotherapists anywhere, is incredibly exciting."
University graduate
"Training our staff to the highest standard available, will enhance our practice, results and business overall. It wasn't a difficult decision to make!"
International equine vet practice

Benefits

Regulated learning

All our courses are regulated qualifications, giving them longevity, integrity and sustainability.

Clinical Hours

Visit a range of facilities and clinical providers

Community

Our learners can benefit from learning with their peers and sharing advice and support.

Quality Resources

We pride ourselves on the quality of our study materials, teaching and mentoring.

Raising Welfare Standards

Equine hydrotherapy in its modern form, has been used in equine performance and rehabilitation for over 50 years in the UK. Whilst the technology has evolved, and the research to support it is growing, unfortunately there is no regulation and (until now!), no appropriate qualifications; putting the welfare of horses at huge risk.

Well we're going to change that. Working closely with the Institute of Equine Hydrotherapists (IEH), the Institute of Registered Veterinary and Animal Physiotherapist (IRVAP) and the Register for Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners (RAMP), VetHed has developed a suite of equine hydrotherapy courses​

Looking to a Future of Regulation

Since mid 2023 the animal musculoskeletal therapists (chiro/osteo/physio) have been under voluntary regulation of RAMP, which if successful will lead to statutory regulation of those professions. This means all they will be held to account by RAMP and have to be on their register if they wish to practice. This sets the precedent for all other therapies to follow, and is being closely watched by insurance companies and vets who often refer or approve cases. There are so many advantages to becoming a regulated industry, and you can read more about it here.

Inclusive Training

 The Level 6 course allows direct access for therapists or equivalent working at Level 4+ i.e. animal therapists from a regulated course, vets and veterinary nurses and degree graduates. On successful completion of the Diploma, these candidates will be qualified Advanced Equine Hydrotherapists! 

The Level 4 is for those also wanting to be qualified Equine Hydrotherapist, but may not have regulated qualifications in an animal subject. On the Level 4 course, candidates can invest in their education, business and the wider industry by enhancing their professional skills, treatment pathways, clinical reasoning and their understanding of the underpinning science and research on which we base our daily practice and management.

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